The Comanche Board of Education met in a regular session on October 11, 2022.
The board approved various routine consent agenda items which included the approval of the September regular meeting minutes. The treasurer’s report, supplemental appropriation, activity fund report, and encumbrances were also approved. The board also approved a contract with Duncan Public Schools for the transportation of a student to the Oklahoma School for the Deaf in Sulphur. Bills shared with the board that Casy Rowell has decided to step away from the head football coaching duties at the end of the season.
Superintendent Bills reported on the October parent-teacher conferences. She shared that the conferences were conducted through a blend of virtual, phone, and in-person formats, with in-person preferred by most parents.
Bills reported on the accomplishments of various student groups. The board was informed that softball had competed at state last week. This was their second consecutive State appearance since 1989. “The girls were very determined and I am proud of their effort and the efforts of the coaches,” Bills said. “They played hard in the first round and represented the school and the community in a positive manner.”
Bills shared that The Pride of Comanche Marching Band has had a successful beginning of the year and will participate at the Regional Marching Contest at Lawton on October 18th. The academic team has had several wins during the seasons and will compete for the opportunity to go to the regional meet in the upcoming weeks. The Comanche Cross Country girls had a first-place win at Frederick and both the girls and boys are preparing for regionals. Regionals will be on the 22nd and the state meet is scheduled for the 29th of October.
In other business, the board approved a new policy addressing the Sexual Harassment of Students. This policy is required to meet accreditation standards.